2019 Map of Albion

About this map

Albion, the county seat of Noble County, anchors the southern portion of this landscape, characterized by a complex network of agricultural drainage and natural water bodies. The South Branch Elkhart River and North Branch Elkhart River wind through the region, supporting a series of lakes and wetlands such as Waldron Lake and Little Lake. The layout of the land reveals a long history of water management, evidenced by named channels like Schwab Ditch, Boyd Ditch, and Huston Ditch that crisscross the farm fields. Small rural centers including Wawaka, Brimfield, and Rome City are connected by a grid of county roads, while several burial sites like Rose Hill Cem and Orange Cem provide touchpoints for local family histories. The presence of Eagle Island in the northern waters and The Spread further west highlights the diverse marshland and riverine environments that define this part of northern Indiana.